Economic Development of The Indigo-dyed Weaving Community the epidemic situation of Covid-19 in Wanonniwat District and Banmuang District, Sakon Nakhon Province

Abstract

           The objective of this research was to study and develop the value creation of products along the dyeing textile production chain of farmers in the context of the COVID-19 disease. The targeted group was selected specifically, which consists of 59 textile dyeing producers in Wanon Niwas and Ban Muang districts, Sakon Nakhon province. The mixed-method research was employed in this research. The results of study from local context were the stability of indigo dyeing water, with a proportion of lye and tamarind water at 1:2:2, the developed dyeing powder by reducing nanoparticles with a pin mill, mixing with a reducing agent in powder form which can be stored for a long time with simple usage. The development of weaving fabrics expanded to 2.50 meters and suitable for developing various textile products. The development of cutting and sewing skills with three-dimensional sewing techniques makes the products unique, high value, and can be sold through online markets. From the study, the average income before participating in the project was 6,533.33 baht/person/month and after the end of the project, the average income was 14,408.77 baht/person/month which increased by 7,875.44 baht/person/month or by 50.92 percent.